tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post5662695162203007338..comments2024-03-28T13:35:16.194-04:00Comments on Author, Jody Hedlund: The Importance of Staying Flexible in a Changing IndustryJody Hedlundhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-46234405749106529982014-02-11T06:05:54.923-05:002014-02-11T06:05:54.923-05:00I should say only that its awesome! The blog is in...I should say only that its awesome! The blog is informational and always produce amazing things. <a href="http://www.giftedtranslations.com/" rel="nofollow">technical translation</a><br /><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09988824537426226265noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-18371221052047182422012-06-06T17:19:17.069-04:002012-06-06T17:19:17.069-04:00What a project! I am not good with change, but it&...What a project! I am not good with change, but it's inevitable, isn't it.<br />Pinterest does seem to be exploding right now. It's interesting to see how authors use it.<br /><br />Thanks, Jody!Susanne Dietzehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09710634601407161821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-52012666044465125462012-06-06T16:30:22.227-04:002012-06-06T16:30:22.227-04:00I've never been with good when it comes to mak...I've never been with good when it comes to making changes or accepting change. I'm the type of person who always orders the same food rather than try something new whenever I go to restaurants. <br /> But I do agree that it's important to keep up with what's new and different. I've even considered joining Twitter, because I've heard a lot of writers are on it. I think it'd be a good way to motivate myself to write something every day, even if it's just a few lines.Neurotic Workaholichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06775298184138766683noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-52497349080963075322012-06-06T06:38:11.161-04:002012-06-06T06:38:11.161-04:00Going to take a look at Pininterest now. Thanks fo...Going to take a look at Pininterest now. Thanks for the reminder, change can bring good things into our lives.Traci Kenworthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07336373871521363649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-25489112857343812062012-06-05T20:26:54.430-04:002012-06-05T20:26:54.430-04:00I'm cracking up because guess what? We recentl...I'm cracking up because guess what? We recently did the same thing. Our twins are 12, and they've always shared a room, but they wanted their own space. So we gave up our guest room, moved the office in there, and separated our twins. Plus all three rooms were in need of a paint job, so we painted 3 rooms (two of them I did by myself!) Whew, what a job! But now it's done, the twins are happy, and I'm happy with a de-cluttered space.<br /><br />You're so right about remaining flexible. I've got eyes on each area of publishing. Why rule anything out?Julie Musilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02150454913885915017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-11175891318010932542012-06-05T18:08:12.134-04:002012-06-05T18:08:12.134-04:00That is remarkable, Teri! Pinterest is so new that...That is remarkable, Teri! Pinterest is so new that the possibilities are endless.<br /><br />I'm new to the publishing world and everything I read and learn is a change for me from my former preconceptions. I'm keeping my eye on all of it and hoping that when I am published it will be in God's perfect timing.Gabrielle Meyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12479898337766911768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-31669908445092645542012-06-05T17:28:51.777-04:002012-06-05T17:28:51.777-04:00Wow, Teri! That's fantastic to hear that your ...Wow, Teri! That's fantastic to hear that your e-book sales tripled as a result of trying Pinterest! I'm so fascinated when I hear statistics like that! Just shows what happens when we use social media effectively!Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-77133779797787127712012-06-05T17:05:07.542-04:002012-06-05T17:05:07.542-04:00I have to admit I don't like change, but reali...I have to admit I don't like change, but realize change is inevitable. As for Pinterest, I have to put in a plug here. Since I first thought Pinterest was nothing more than pinning food & craft ideas, I balked at the idea of getting on yet another social network. But when you (Jody) and Rachelle Gardner blogged on how Pinterest can be beneficial to authors, I decided to give it a try. Within six weeks of getting on Pinterest, my e-book sells tripled. Let's just say, that made a believer out of me.Terihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09779515233988884509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-36746968525129472462012-06-05T14:33:07.264-04:002012-06-05T14:33:07.264-04:00Change is hard! But it also opens up lots of oppor...Change is hard! But it also opens up lots of opportunitiews. I recently completed a Book Publishing class that challenged my thoughts on self-publishing. Must say it IS important to keep an eye on publishing trends. <br /><br />So glad your kids are enjoying their new 'space.' I'm sure they appreciate your sacrifice. Way to go, Mom!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11475395753533265087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-62643539137855636692012-06-05T14:15:15.774-04:002012-06-05T14:15:15.774-04:00Hey everyone!! So maybe I'll have to put a pic...Hey everyone!! So maybe I'll have to put a picture up over on Facebook of my new office spot! But then you'd get to see my bedroom, so I'm not sure about that! :-)Jody Hedlundhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12424307540530719614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-6440433401384725762012-06-05T11:59:00.110-04:002012-06-05T11:59:00.110-04:00Love the quote "all great changes are precede...Love the quote "all great changes are preceded by chaos"...I'm going to head over to Pinterest and put it on my wall:)<br />I'm definitely trying to be flexible and go with the flow...I know I need to be a bit more active on Pinterest:) Thanks for the great reminders!<br />Totally understand about change since our oldest son just graduated High School...wow:)Lorna Faithhttp://www.surfingforshoes.com/wordpressnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-923286041522361542012-06-05T11:42:28.643-04:002012-06-05T11:42:28.643-04:00I wouldn't say I'm entrenched in what'...I wouldn't say I'm entrenched in what's familiar.<br />I would say I'm that duck, trying to stay calm and paddling like crazy to keep up with all the craziness that's dubbed the publishing industry right now.<br />Funny thing is, my house is all at sixes and sevens right now too. It's half old siding, half new siding on the outside. My daughter, who is getting married in six weeks, is partially packed up. My guest bedroom is getting redone.<br />So many changes. So much chaos.<br />All for good reason.<br />And I'll keep at it as best I can, knowing I'll never get it all done.Beth K. Vogthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04032849469366266791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-39892184900558198052012-06-05T11:32:11.833-04:002012-06-05T11:32:11.833-04:00Jody, thanks for your excellent analogy to introdu...Jody, thanks for your excellent analogy to introduce embracing change. I couldn't agree more about Pinterest, especially since that's my target audience, as well. Personally, embracing my writing dream has meant substantial changes - all self-induced yet vital. It takes time, energy, giving up some things, and welcoming new experiences. I wouldn't change embracing change for all the novels in the world. Yay!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15615035905042738222noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-36331519358798599882012-06-05T10:54:15.325-04:002012-06-05T10:54:15.325-04:00Hmm...some people claim that the publishing indust...Hmm...some people claim that the publishing industry isn't changing enough and will be overthrown with another publishing model in the next decade or so. But that's just speculation.chihuahuazerohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15677672177353350936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-37703460523807105432012-06-05T09:52:55.283-04:002012-06-05T09:52:55.283-04:00What great post! And to sacrifice your office...th...What great post! And to sacrifice your office...that says a lot about you as a mother and a person. You inspire me!<br /><br />Since I'm still so "new" to all of this, I feel like I've adapted fairly well, but it's good to know what to strive for if I ever get published. :)Lindsay Harrelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09379628592162011068noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-29602437579340983742012-06-05T08:58:54.558-04:002012-06-05T08:58:54.558-04:00Jody...I love posts like this, where we get to pee...Jody...I love posts like this, where we get to peek in on your family life:-) It's always neat how we can take lessons learned from one area of our lives, and apply them to other areas. That said, I don't exactly envy you for the time spent making all those room transitions!:-) It's definitely back-breaking work.<br /><br />Flexibility is a good and necessary thing in many areas of our lives. I have a constant need for wisdom, thought, in knowing when to patiently ride out the latest trends (knowing that their time is limited) and when to jump onboard and be part of it. It's a real learning process for me!<br /><br />~ Betsy7 Eagleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15804058365269490087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-45598048515549801112012-06-05T08:37:16.224-04:002012-06-05T08:37:16.224-04:00Hi Jody,
I want to see pictures too! :)I gave up m...Hi Jody,<br />I want to see pictures too! :)I gave up my office in the past year too. It's working out but I'd still love more room. Flexibility is what will keep us sane in the long run. As I consider what to do after I turn in book 3 it feels kind of good. I need a breather and I love to plan and think and anticipate. So while I really have no idea what the future will bring I will be mulling it over and wondering how I ever wrote three novels.:)Jillian Kenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12565274151603868808noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-46772338078667429622012-06-05T08:22:09.257-04:002012-06-05T08:22:09.257-04:00Boy, can I relate to this one!
First, I'm imp...Boy, can I relate to this one! <br />First, I'm impressed you sacrificed your office to accomodate your kids--that's a big thing! And it will be worth it. :)<br />Secondly, we are in the process of packing up our house, so I know ALL about the many layers of books and stuff! <br /><br />Can you believe this--the kids and I donated about 90% of our books to the Friends of Library sale. We realized we no longer re-read them (we prefer to head to the next book on our to-be-read list), so why not let someone else enjoy them? Not a solution for everyone, but it worked for us!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-88806602798683143232012-06-05T08:13:51.128-04:002012-06-05T08:13:51.128-04:00Oh wow, what a big project, Jody! This is such a g...Oh wow, what a big project, Jody! This is such a great post, and now I'm cringeing because I still haven't joined Pinterest. I keep wondering how I'll ever find the time, but if YOU can do it... :)Sarah Forgravehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09101753891967001104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-65000345767274323092012-06-05T07:23:21.595-04:002012-06-05T07:23:21.595-04:00You're right - adapting to change is so critic...You're right - adapting to change is so critical in today's world. In my day job as a government employee, we've just had a change of government for the first time in more than a decade and massive upheavals are happening every day. There's a lot of uncertainty out there, and at times I feel uncertain too. But I'm trying to look at it as a real learning and growth opportunity. <br /><br />I think that's a good way to think about changes we need to make in our writing careers too. If we can focus on what we can take from it, then every change has some positive - even ones we don't particularly agree with.Cally Jacksonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08313803959936813426noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8539581256374625880.post-64861830881356057792012-06-05T06:05:28.038-04:002012-06-05T06:05:28.038-04:00I wanna see pictures, Jody!!!!! Especially of your...I wanna see pictures, Jody!!!!! Especially of your pretty new office. :)Sherrinda Ketchersidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07581676437345249386noreply@blogger.com